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March 15 Prophecy Update #836 – Elam’s Comin’
Let’s talk about Iran. It’s ancient biblical name was Persia. Its southwestern region is Elam.
If you’re even a little familiar with Bible prophecy, you know Scripture predicts that in the last days a coalition of nations will invade Israel. Iran is specifically listed among them. A less discussed prophecy can be found in the Book of Jeremiah.
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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Prophecy Update #836 | Elam’s Comin’ | Bible Prophecy and Iran
In this Prophecy Update, we turn our attention to the Middle East and the nation of Iran, known anciently as Persia and Elam. As students of the Word of God, we recognize that the Bible provides a framework for understanding global shifts, particularly those involving Israel and her neighbors. While many are familiar with the Ezekiel 38 coalition, the Book of Jeremiah contains a specific, often overlooked prophecy regarding the fate of Elam. This video explores the geopolitical movements currently unfolding and how they might align with the scriptures found in Jeremiah 49.
The prophet Jeremiah spoke of a day when the bow of Elam would be broken, leading to a military collapse, a global dispersion of its people, and a significant political overthrow. We look at current events, including the reported state of Iran’s military capabilities and the vast diaspora of the Iranian people, to see if the stage is being set for these biblical events. Our goal is not to declare that these specific headlines are the definitive fulfillment of Jeremiah 49, but rather to observe how current trends in the Middle East are readying the world for the return of Jesus Christ.
What the Bible Says About the Future of Iran
Jeremiah 49:34-39 outlines a sequence of judgment and eventual restoration. We examine the four key predictions made by the prophet:
The collapse of military might.
The scattering of the population to the four winds.
The removal of the king and princes.
The promise of a future restoration in the latter days.
As we witness an exponential increase in knowledge, the push for global government, and the rapid development of a global economy, the signs of the times suggest we are approaching the Great Tribulation. For the believer in Jesus Christ, these developments should serve as an encouragement to stay ready. We hold to the blessed hope of the Rapture, believing that the Lord will call His church home before the period of judgment begins.
Whether you are part of a Calvary Chapel church or simply someone searching for the truth about Israel and Bible prophecy, we invite you to study the Word with us. The movements we see in Iran and across the globe are reminders that the Bible is reliable and that the coming of the Lord is near.
7 min
February 15 Prophecy Update #835 – The Big 10
I’m going to introduce us to a map of North America. It is an old map, but it is contemporary as well. It’s the Technate Map of America.
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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In this Prophecy Update #835, titled “The Big 10,” we explore the striking alignment between historical geopolitical movements and the biblical roadmap for the end times. By examining the “Technate Map of America”—a blueprint first published in 1940 by Howard Scott—we see a vision for a unified North America that predates modern globalist initiatives but mirrors them with unsettling accuracy.
From a conservative, evangelical perspective, we know that nothing in history happens outside of God’s sovereign timeline. This update dives into the origins of Technocracy, an “America First” movement from the 1930s that sought to merge the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean into a single, self-sustaining entity. We even look at the strategic roles assigned to places like Venezuela and Greenland within this historical map and how those same regions remain at the center of contemporary geopolitical conversations today.
The connection to Bible prophecy becomes clear when we look at the work of the Club of Rome. In the 1970s, this influential think tank proposed dividing the world into ten distinct regions. For students of the Word, this immediately brings to mind the prophecies found in the books of Daniel and Revelation. Specifically, Revelation 17 predicts a period during the Great Tribulation where ten kings will rule over ten kingdoms, eventually giving their power over to the Antichrist.
While these secular organizations and historical figures may not realize they are laying the groundwork for a biblical reality, the “underpinnings” of a ten-region global system are becoming increasingly visible. We also briefly touch on the interesting historical links between current technological leaders and these technocratic ideals, noting how the push for a cashless society and centralized efficiency fits into the prophetic puzzle.
As Calvary Chapel believers, our focus remains on the “blessed hope.” We believe the Church will be raptured before the Antichrist ascends to power and the Tribulation begins. The trends we see in the news today are not a cause for fear, but a reminder to be ready. The stage is being set, and the return of Jesus Christ is drawing near. If you are interested in Bible prophecy, Israel, and how current events line up with Scripture, this update will provide a grounded, biblical look at the world around us.
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January 13 Thanks For Listening! …Ready For More?
Thanks for spending some time with us. We really appreciate all our listeners and hope that these studies through God’s Word have encouraged and inspired you to walk with Him more than ever before.
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January 04 Prophecy Update #834 – Thinking Inside The Big-Box At Costco
Why the Antichrist’s global system is no longer a logistical mystery—it’s an upgraded retail experience.
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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In this week’s prophecy update, we take a look at how everyday experiences—even a trip to a big-box retailer like Costco—can illustrate the rapid shift toward the world described in the Book of Revelation. As we continue our verse-by-verse study of the Bible and keep a watchful eye on global trends, it becomes increasingly clear that the infrastructure for a centralized, digital commerce system is being built right before our eyes.
From a Calvary Chapel perspective, we approach these developments not with a spirit of fear, but with biblical discernment. When we see membership scanners, digital QR codes for entry, and the rollout of scan-and-pay systems, we recognize a familiar pattern. Revelation 13 describes a future period during the Great Tribulation where access to buy and sell is strictly controlled by a unified, digital authorization. While technology itself is neutral, these modern conveniences are lowering the resistance of the general public to systems of total oversight.
We also consider the rise of Artificial Intelligence and digital avatars in light of the “image of the beast” mentioned by the Apostle John. For centuries, the idea of a speaking image that exercises authority seemed symbolic or impossible. Today, with the advancement of AI and machines that simulate human personality, we can see exactly how such a prophecy could be realized.
This update emphasizes that while we aren’t suggesting a specific retailer is fulfilling prophecy, we are certainly seeing the “birth pains” of a coming system. As believers in Jesus Christ, our focus remains on the blessed hope of the Rapture. Jesus told His followers to watch and be ready. The goal of studying Bible prophecy is to encourage the church to stay awake and to reach those who do not yet know the Savior.
If you are interested in Christianity, the future of Israel, or how current events align with the Word of God, we invite you to join us for this study. We look at the reality of the coming Kingdom and the necessity of being in a right relationship with the Lord. The world is changing quickly, but the promises of God remain certain. It is time to get ready, stay ready, and keep looking up, because Jesus is coming soon.
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December 07, 2025 Prophecy Update #833 – Are You Talking To Me?
In his recent book, Randy Kay writes, “For centuries, Revelation 13 sounded impossible. Today, it reads more like a headline.”
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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Prophecy Update #833 – Are You Talking To Me?
Welcome back to our ongoing Bible study series where we examine current global events and geopolitical trends through the lens of Bible prophecy. This is Prophecy Update #833, and as a Calvary Chapel ministry, we believe in teaching the Word of God with a literal interpretation, seeing God’s truth unfold in our headlines.
The Surge of Technology and Globalism
The technological infrastructure necessary for the end times prophecies is rapidly converging. We discuss the stunning initiative by the Department of Energy, aptly named the “Genesis Mission,” which combines supercomputers, vast scientific data, and breakthrough AI systems into a single powerful platform. Concurrently, the rise of “real-time translation” technology threatens to dismantle language barriers, shrinking the world into one global village.
We examine the disturbing arrogance reflected in naming these projects—claiming to “rewrite the ending” of the Tower of Babel—and how such developments directly promote globalism and pave the way for a powerful leader to emerge, confirming the prophetic warnings in the book of Revelation.
Prophetic Signposts and The Time of Noah
We discuss how renowned author Randy Kay analyzed biblical prophecy frameworks alongside modern events, including Daniel’s 70 weeks, the fig tree generation in Matthew 24, and the miraculous 1948 rebirth of Israel. His analysis points to the most plausible window for the Tribulation Period occurring between 2028 and 2032. The looming reality of Artificial Super Intelligence (ASI) and the ethical crisis of genetically engineered babies further indicate humanity’s desire to attain godhood, a theme we expect from Scripture.
Perhaps most remarkably, we look at the potential discovery of Noah’s Ark in Turkey’s Durupinar Formation. Jesus Christ Himself said the End Times would be “as it was in the days of Noah.” What stronger prophetic sign could there be than the literal confirmation of the Ark?
Keep Looking Up: Hope in Jesus Christ
We realize the sheer speed of global surveillance networks, digital currencies, and the framework for the Mark of the Beast in Revelation 13 can be unsettling. However, we are not called to be anxious. God has given us the outline and the ending! The Church will be raptured, the Time of Jacob’s Trouble will prepare Israel to accept Jesus as Messiah, and the Lord returns in His Second Coming to establish His Millennial Kingdom on Earth.
If you are new to Bible study, seeking to grow your faith, or looking for Christianity videos that focus on Jesus and spirituality, we encourage you to stay ready, keep looking up, and prepare for the return of the Lord. Ready or not, Jesus is coming!
9 min
November 09, 2025 Prophecy Update #832 – Best Telling Authors
Likely you have not spent a lot of time reading Ephraim the Syriac. What does he have to do with end times prophecies?
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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Prophecy Unsealed: Early Church Fathers and the End Times
Prophecy Update #832 – Best Telling Authors
Are we truly living in the End Times? How should current news and world trends relate to our study of Bible prophecy? Join us in this week’s Calvary Chapel message as we open the Word of God to find answers that have been sealed for centuries. This teaching explores a crucial prophetic passage—Daniel 12:4—and uncovers a remarkable witness from the early church.
Daniel’s End Time Prophecy: Knowledge Will Increase We focus on Daniel 12:4, which speaks of the “time of the end” when the book of prophecy will be unsealed and “many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall increase.” While some understand this as modern travel, the original Hebrew idiom strongly suggests a diligent, widespread search, investigation, and inquiry into biblical and spiritual knowledge. We believe this verse is being fulfilled today, especially with discoveries like the Dead Sea Scrolls and the renewed scholarly attention on historical Christian texts concerning the last days.
The Harp of the Holy Spirit: Ephraim the Syriac In this prophecy update, we examine the teachings of a powerful figure from the early church: Ephraim the Syriac (also known as Ephraim of Nisibis), a 4th-century deacon, teacher, and hymn-writer. Revered by the church as the “Harp of the Holy Spirit,” his theological works, preserved in the ancient Syriac Aramaic dialect, are providing vital insight. Specifically, we review a sermon, On the Last Times, the Antichrist, and the End of the World, recently made accessible through modern translations.
Evidence for the Pre-Tribulation Rapture in Early Christianity Drawing on research from Dr. Lee Brainard, we highlight a significant prophetic statement from Ephraim’s sermon: “For all the saints and Elect of God are gathered, prior to the tribulation that is to come, and are taken to the Lord.” This ancient text presents compelling evidence that the pre-tribulation rapture view—that Jesus will resurrect and rapture His Church before the Great Tribulation—was held by some believers centuries ago. It reaffirms our belief in the imminency of Christ’s return—it could happen right now!
If you are interested in Christianity, seeking to study the Bible, or looking for reliable teaching on End Times events, we invite you to search the Scriptures with us.
Are you ready for the rapture? The Lord is coming! Get ready, stay ready, and keep looking up.
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9 min
October 13, 2025 Prophecy Update #831 – Skin In The Game
When Jesus said the End Times would be as the Days of Noah, one thing He was getting at is genetic tampering with the human race
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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Prophecy Update #831: Skin In The Game – Are We in the Days of Noah?
Welcome to another Prophecy Update in our ongoing series, examining how current global news and world events align with Bible prophecy and the return of Jesus Christ. In this installment, Prophecy Update #831: Skin In The Game, we look at one of the most sobering warnings Jesus gave about the End Times: “As the days of Noah were, so also will the coming of the Son of Man be” (Matthew 24:37).
What exactly was so unique about the Days of Noah? Delving into Genesis 6, we discover a time of extreme wickedness marked by the unauthorized cohabitation between fallen angels (“sons of God”) and human women, resulting in the genetically tainted, powerful offspring known as the Nephilim (giants). According to ancient rabbinic teaching and the early Church Fathers, this was a period of catastrophic genetic tampering with the human race.
Fast-forward to today: are we seeing evidence of unprecedented genetic manipulation? We explore a stunning recent headline (BBC, Sept 30, 2025) detailing how scientists have created early-stage human embryos using DNA from human skin cells and sperm. This groundbreaking, never-before-achieved technique could revolutionize infertility treatment and, critically, allow same-sex couples to have a genetically related child, completely redefining the long-established natural process of reproduction.
Jesus predicted the very conditions we see unfolding now—a world increasingly marked by a departure from God’s created order. The reality of this technological advancement raises profound questions about the sanctity of life and the boundaries God established.
This is a critical signpost for those who study eschatology and Biblical prophecy. Our faithful study of God’s Word tells us that the convergence of these signs points to the soon coming of our Lord. Jesus promised the resurrection and rapture of the Church for all Christian believers—an event that is imminent and could happen at any moment, before the Great Tribulation begins.
Are you prepared to meet the Lord? We encourage you to seek the Lord, stay ready, and keep looking up. Join us as we anchor our faith in the truth of Scripture, finding hope in Christ’s promise. Share this video with anyone interested in Calvary Chapel teaching, Bible study, spiritual truth, or Israel prophecy. Jesus is coming—ready or not!
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9 min
September 28, 2025 Prophecy Update #830 – All The News That’s Fit To Predict
It’s a dystopian new spin on spirituality in the digital age – and one that just might be poised to change the face of religion itself.
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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Prophecy Update #830 – All The News That’s Fit To Predict. This video is part of our ongoing series where we thoughtfully examine current world news and show how the trends align with Bible prophecy concerning the end times.
In this edition, the headlines truly sound like they are straight from the pages of Scripture, reminding us to keep looking up.
Digital ID and the Mark of the Beast System
The first major news item focuses on the UK’s new digital ID scheme, which will be mandatory for Right to Work checks. This type of technology, a digital identity tied to essential services, raises important questions for believers concerning the coming global economic system described in the Book of Revelation. We discuss the advancements in biometric ID and how the necessary infrastructure for what is often called the Mark of the Beast could be in place before the Antichrist is revealed. This is a crucial topic for anyone interested in end times prophecy and the practical implications of a rapidly progressing cashless society.
AI Claiming to Be God
Our second story is equally striking: Artificial Intelligence is now powering religious apps, with some AI chatbots claiming to be channeling or even speaking as God Himself. The Bible clearly warns that the Antichrist will exalt himself above all that is called God. We consider how this modern development in spirituality in the digital age and the rise of seemingly sentient AI could parallel the image of the Beast and the great deception to come. This is a wake-up call for those who want to study the Bible and understand spiritual warfare in a tech-driven world.
Are You Ready for the Rapture?
As we see these prophetic signs accelerate, we are reminded of our blessed hope: the Rapture of the Church. We believe that Christians will be caught up to be with the Lord before the terrible period of the Great Tribulation. This is a central teaching of the Calvary Chapel movement. We urge all our viewers, whether you are interested in Christianity, Jesus, or simply searching for hope, to examine your life. Ready or not, Jesus is coming!
Join us for this Bible study focused on current events, Israel (in the broader prophetic context), and the urgency of the Gospel in these last days.
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August 31, 2025 Prophecy Update #829 – The Man Of Thiel Will Save The Day
Why billionaire tech mogul Peter Thiel’s lecture series on the Antichrist is a sign that biblical end-time prophecies are stage-setting for the Rapture.
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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The signs of the times are all around us, and for those who are watching, it seems like God is setting the stage for future Bible prophecies to be fulfilled. This video, part of our Prophecy Update series, explores how a surprising recent news headline connects to the biblical end times. Join us as we look at how current events, from technology to global systems, are aligning with what the Bible foretold centuries ago.
In this teaching, we will consider the over 500 unfulfilled Bible prophecies that point to the last days. We believe these prophecies will be fulfilled literally, and we can already see some of the groundwork being laid for a future global government, a global religion, and a global economic system, all of which the Bible predicts will be taken over by a charismatic leader known as the Antichrist.
This week’s prophecy update examines the headlines surrounding Peter Thiel, the co-founder of PayPal and Palantir. This influential entrepreneur and venture capitalist is holding a four-part lecture series for tech elites on the very subject of the Antichrist. The fact that a major figure on the world stage is speaking about the rise of the biblical Antichrist to an audience of powerful people is a significant indication of the times we are in.
We will also consider Peter Thiel’s views on technology and AI, and his theory that these advanced systems could enable the rise of an Antichrist system. He suggests this system could co-opt fears of existential threats like AI or nuclear catastrophe to promote centralized, authoritarian control, using the slogan “peace and safety.”
We also want to remind you that even as these events unfold, the Bible offers a message of hope. We believe the resurrection and rapture of the church is an imminent event that could happen at any time. The Great Tribulation is a future time of trouble, not for the church, but for Israel, as indicated in Revelation 3:10. This is why it is so important to be ready for the rapture and to be looking up for Jesus’ return.
If you are interested in Bible prophecy, Christian living, or a deeper study of the Bible, we invite you to subscribe for more videos like this. We believe in studying God’s Word verse by verse, chapter by chapter, in the style of Calvary Chapel. Thank you for joining us as we continue to watch for the signs of Jesus’ return.
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August 17, 2025 Prophecy Update #828 – Have A Cow
I know exactly what you’re thinking: What happened in Israel regarding the five perfect red heifers?
Pastor Gene Pensiero
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In this prophecy update, we dive deep into one of the most talked-about topics in eschatology and world events: the red heifers. The update, titled “Prophecy Update #828 – Have A Cow,” explores the fascinating and, at times, controversial story of the five red heifers from Texas and their journey to Israel. We examine their biblical significance, their role in ancient Jewish ritual, and what their arrival in the Holy Land might signal for biblical prophecy.
Our study of the Bible’s prophetic writings reveals how these events may be lining up with what the Scriptures foretell. We explore the meaning of the red heifer in the Bible, a unique animal used for ceremonial purification and its connection to the rebuilding of a future Jewish Temple. The video unpacks the recent news and controversy surrounding these red heifers, including the surprising announcement from the Temple Institute in Israel that the five heifers were disqualified. We also share new information from Byron Stinson of Boneh Israel, who transported the heifers, and his claim about a “burning from July 1,” raising questions about what truly transpired.
This is more than just current events – it is also a look at how they are intersecting with ancient prophecies. We see a stunning report from The Times of Israel and a statement from Hamas spokesperson Abu Ubaida, who cited the red heifers as a motive for the October 7th attack. This development shifts the red heifer narrative from a niche religious topic to a central component of geopolitical conflict, highlighting how events dismissed by skeptics as “far-out conspiracy theories” are now at the forefront of global news.
As we consider these prophetic signs, we turn to the Bible’s promises for believers. We discuss the imminence of the Rapture and how it is a separate event from the Great Tribulation. Our study shows that the Great Tribulation is a coming time of trouble for Israel, not the Church, and we will be kept out of it. This message is not about fear but about hope and preparedness. Are you ready for the Rapture? We encourage you to get ready, stay ready, and keep looking up, because Jesus is coming. Join us as we study what the Bible says about the end times, news from Israel, and how we should live in light of these truths. This is a must-watch for anyone interested in biblical prophecy, end-times events, and how current global trends align with the Scriptures.
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